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Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900

Portability
97
Imaging
32
Features
13
Overall
24
Kodak EasyShare Mini front
 
Nikon Coolpix S2900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
32
Overall
40

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs

Kodak Mini
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
  • 99g - 86 x 53 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2011
Nikon S2900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2015
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Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 Overview

In this article, we will be evaluating the Kodak Mini and Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Mini (10MP) and S2900 (20MP) and the Mini (1/3") and S2900 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Mini was brought out 5 years prior to the S2900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Mini scores against the S2900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Mini over the Nikon S2900

 Mini S2900 

Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Kodak Mini

 S2900 Mini 
LaunchedJanuary 2015January 2011Newer by 49 months
Screen sizing2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Kodak Mini and Nikon S2900

 Mini S2900 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Mini enjoys exterior dimensions of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Nikon S2900 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Kodak Mini and Nikon S2900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Mini against the S2900.

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Mini and S2900 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Mini and S2900.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Mini due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon S2900 will provide more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Mini will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 sensor size comparison

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Mini as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Portrait photography camera
24
offers face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
39
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
comes with face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak Mini Street photography details
Nikon S2900 Street photography details
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/3")
doesn't have RAW format
low maximum ISO (1,000)
59
image stabilization (Digital)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Mini Sports photography features
Nikon S2900 Sports photography features
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
tiny sensor (1/3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
51
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
better than average battery (250 CIPA)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Mini Travel photography features
Nikon S2900 Travel photography features
51
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
70
better than average battery (250 CIPA)
megapixel count good (20MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Kodak Mini
Landscape photography with Nikon S2900
22
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/3")
low maximum ISO (1,000)
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
44
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
megapixel count good (20MP)
better than average battery (250 per charge)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Mini Vlogging information
Nikon S2900 Vlogging information
25
offers face detect autofocus
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic support
32
fairly wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Digital)
comes with face detection autofocus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Kodak Mini vs Nikon S2900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Mini and Nikon S2900
 Kodak EasyShare MiniNikon Coolpix S2900
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Nikon
Model Kodak EasyShare Mini Nikon Coolpix S2900
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-04 2015-01-14
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.8 x 3.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 17.3mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3640 x 2736 5152 x 3864
Max native ISO 1000 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 29-87mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.0-4.8 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance 5cm 10cm
Crop factor 7.5 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 99g (0.22 lbs) 119g (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 86 x 53 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model KLIC-7006 EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $100 $117